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Material Safety Data Sheet

Vitamin A acetate MSDS

Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification

Product Name: Vitamin A acetate Contact Information:

Catalog Codes: SLV1156 Sciencelab.com, Inc.
14025 Smith Rd.
CAS#: 127-47-9 Houston, Texas 77396
RTECS: VH6825000 US Sales: 1-800-901-7247
International Sales: 1-281-441-4400
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: Vitamin A acetate
Order Online: ScienceLab.com
CI#: Not available.
CHEMTREC (24HR Emergency Telephone), call:
Synonym: Myvak, Myvax, Crystalets; Retinyl acetate; all- 1-800-424-9300
trans-Retinyl acetate; Trans-Vitamin A Acetate; Vitamin A
alcohol acetate; Retinol, acetate International CHEMTREC, call: 1-703-527-3887

Chemical Name: all-trans-3,7-dimethyl-9-(2,6,6- For non-emergency assistance, call: 1-281-441-4400

trimethyl-1-cyclohexene-1-yl)-2,4,6,8-nonatetraene-1-yl-
acetate
Chemical Formula: C22-H32-O2

Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients

Composition:

Name CAS # % by Weight

Vitamin A acetate 127-47-9 100

Toxicological Data on Ingredients: Vitamin A acetate: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4100 mg/kg [Mouse]. 2740 mg/kg [Rat].

Section 3: Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of
inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. The substance may be toxic to blood, liver. Repeated or prolonged exposure to
the substance can produce target organs damage.

Section 4: First Aid Measures

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Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes. Get medical attention if irritation occurs.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Get medical attention if irritation develops.
Serious Skin Contact: Not available.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical
attention.
Serious Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious
person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.

Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product: May be combustible at high temperature.

Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not available.
Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat. Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Slightly explosive in presence of open flames and sparks. Non-explosive in presence of shocks.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: As with most organic solids, fire is possible at elevated temperatures
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards:
Fine dust dispersed in air in sufficient concentrations, and in the presence of an ignition source is a potential dust explosion
hazard.

Section 6: Accidental Release Measures

Small Spill:
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on
the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large Spill:
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the
contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.

Section 7: Handling and Storage

Precautions:

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Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not
breathe dust. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Keep away from incompatibles
such as oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants
below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection: Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid
inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this
product.
Exposure Limits: Not available.

Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance: Solid. (Powdered solid.)

Odor: Amine like. (Slight.)
Taste: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 328.5 g/mole
Color: Yellowish. (Light.)
pH (1% soln/water): Not applicable.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Melting Point: 57.5°C (135.5°F)
Critical Temperature: Not available.
Specific Gravity: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Volatility: Not available.
Odor Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: Not available.
Solubility:
Insoluble in cold water, hot water. Soluble in ethanol, chloroform.

Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability: The product is stable.

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Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Excess heat, dust generation, incompatible materials, light, air, humidity
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis.
Corrosivity: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Special Remarks on Reactivity:
Air and light sensitive. Incompatible with copper, copper alloys, iron, iron salts, strong oxidizing agents, peroxides, strong
inorganic acids, strong bases.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.

Section 11: Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry: Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals: Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 2740 mg/kg [Rat].
Chronic Effects on Humans: May cause damage to the following organs: blood, liver.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans: Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not available.
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:
May affect genetic material (mutagenic). May cause adverse reproductive effects and birth defects(teratogenic) based on
animal test data. May cause cancer based on animal test data.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Skin: May cause skin irritation. Eyes: May cause eye irritation. Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion:
Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal disturbances (nausea, vomiting), sedation, irritability, headache, fatigue,
stupor, anorexia/loss of appetite, yellow pigmentation of skin. Generalized peeling of the skin may occur. Chronic Potential
Health Effects: Ingestion: Prolonged or repeated ingestion of large amounts can have similar effects to that of acute ingestion.
It may also affect the liver and blood. Chronic overdosages may also cause chapped lips, dry and itching skin, erythematous
dermatits, desquamation, disturbed hair growth, loss of hair, bone decalcification.

Section 12: Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Not available.

BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.

Section 13: Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations.

Section 14: Transport Information

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DOT Classification: Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
Identification: Not applicable.
Special Provisions for Transport: Not applicable.

Section 15: Other Regulatory Information

Federal and State Regulations:

California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Vitamin A acetate California prop.
65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause birth defects which
would require a warning under the statute: Vitamin A acetate TSCA 8(b) inventory: Vitamin A acetate
Other Regulations:
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). EINECS: This product is on the
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
DSCL (EEC):
Not Applicable Not applicable.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 1
Fire Hazard: 1
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: E
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 1
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Safety glasses.

Section 16: Other Information

References: Not available.

Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 10/10/2005 12:15 AM
Last Updated: 05/21/2013 12:00 PM

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